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• Supervise all constructions under DRC implementation projects in the
  settlement and ensure that works are carried out as per set standards
  specified in the drawings, designs and technical specifications.
• Ensure efficient and Effective program implementation while
  following the budget and work plan.
• Design drawings, project cost estimation and preparation of BOQ of
  various infrustructure projects and liaise with the district authorities
  for approval of plans
• Actively participate in preparing monthly/quarterly/annual
  highlights/ reports and proposals and budgets for donors.

• Collaborate with relevant Internal and External technical experts on
  issues related to WASH/Infrustructure.
• Represent DRC at WASH Cluster meetings and other relevant technical
  coordination meetings with the donor and external partners on all aspects
  related to WASH/Infrustructure..
• Coordinate with WASH counterparts in Rhino camp and other locations
  in the implementation of common funded projects.
• Ensure good representation and reputation of WASH Sector at all
  levels.
• Actively participate in internal coordination meeting
• Ensure and actively participate in a regular sector meeting.

• Work closely with the WASH coordinator, initiate development of
  project concepts and proposal documents in respect to WASH.
• Develop the project’s M&E tools for monitoring the technical
  aspects on WASH/Infrustructure..

• Ensure proper management of WASH project grants through budget
  control using agreed budget tracker (s).
• Ensure effective implementation of the construction/infrastructure
  projects in line with the UN and the Uganda National Standards and
  Policies.
• Monitor and Evaluate the WASH/infrastructure Projects.
• Provide technical support to WASH Assistants to ensure they execute
  their duties effectively.
• Ensure quality control of implementation of WASH/Infrastructure
  activities in accordance to Sphere, UNHCR and the Uganda National
  standards.
• Prepares daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports to
  relevant authorities.
• Execute other duties as signed by the supervisor,

• Supervise the WASH Assistants.
• Uphold DRC’s code of conduct and principles of accountability.
• Provide technical and programmatic leadership for WASH staff members
  and community based staff in Rhino camp operational area as needed.
• Assist in the development of staff performance objectives, targets
  and appraise them based on the set targets.
• Conduct daily field visits to support field staffs – mentoring –
  through technical back stopping and to train duty bearers.

• Support the WASH Coordinator to monitor financial commitments and
  expenditures against budgets and provide timely feedback on budget follow
  ups on a daily/weekly/ annual basis.
• Plan and coordinate proactively logistics and movements of staff
  from and to different clusters within the Project Implementation Area.
• Initiate procurements and ensure their execution.
• Ensure the delivery of supplies to the right beneficiaries following
  our SOPs.
• Contribute to grants management of WASH projects through management
  of day to day project expenditures.

• The ideal candidate for the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) Wash
  Officer (Infrastructure) job placement must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in
  civil engineering from a recognized University or Institution. Possession
  of a PGD in Project Planning and Management
• A minimum of five years of relevant work experience in a busy
  construction industry, two of which must have been with an NGO in a
  refugee/ displacement context
• Ability to provide technical leadership in a multidisciplinary
  setting;
• Proven ability to work creatively and independently both in the
  field and office;
• Ability to work with culturally diverse groups of people;
• Computer literacy is a must
• Computer literacy is a must with proficiency in EPANET, CAD, Ms
  Excel and words.
• Ability to work in physically challenging conditions and under
  pressure, in a culturally diverse society
• Proven commitment to accountable practices.
• Knowledge of working in challenging environments.
• Proven ability to manage large varied workloads and deal
  constructively with stress and periods with long hours.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and work with
  limited supervision
• Proactive, stable and robust character and a good team player.
• Excellent communication skills, calm and a good sense of humor.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish
  effective working relations at all levels.

• A cover letter (1 page) in which you explain why you are interested
  in the position and how you meet the qualities and qualifications criteria
• Concise and accurate CV (maximum 3 pages). The CV should include
  information about your qualification, relevant training courses, Work
  experience, name and contact details of 3 relevant references.

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